FOIA Request to Guadalupe County NM Clerk & Election Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.
On February 5, 2025, we at Enchantment State News submitted a request under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, 14-2-1 NMSA 1978 et seq., to the Guadalupe County NM Clerk & Election Division. The request sought comprehensive information about all candidates running in the upcoming election.
Specifically, we asked for a list of all candidates’ first, middle and last names. We also requested details about the office they are running for and its jurisdiction. Additionally, we sought information about each candidate’s party affiliation.
To facilitate direct communication with these candidates for further inquiries and interviews, we also requested their contact information. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, access to public records is essential for us at Enchantment State News. It enables us to fulfill our professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
Given our role in disseminating information to the public, we believe that we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional. We eagerly await the response from Guadalupe County NM Clerk & Election Division so that we can continue our mission of providing timely and accurate news coverage.
